Date: 11/24/2021
Location: Searsport, Maine
Pizza Ordered: Plain
Phone: (207) 548-2020

​At a quick glance while driving by, my wife and I thought this spot was a dinosaur-themed pizzeria. It wasn't until we stopped laughing that we realized it was more likely pronounced differently than we first thought. The pizza from Dino's is no joke though! If you want a thin, crisp base and some light, flavorful sauce - this is the spot. The crust has a toasty crispness and the cheese is well-done. The pizza is on the greasy side, but it reminds me of a good bowling alley pizza. Oh, and they have a nice seating area inside with classic wooden booths. I'll definitely be ordering more from Dino's in the future. 

Date: 01/09/2022
Location: Knox, Maine
Pizza ordered: plain pie
Phone: (207) 568-4848

​I routinely pass by Hilltop Store on the way to Augusta. I've stopped in a number of times for gas and snacks. I also picked up some delicious local salsa from Hilltop a few months back. The staff is friendly and the store is well-stocked. I decided to try the pizza on one of my visits and overall it wasn't too bad. The crust was very fluffy and the pizza was loaded with cheese (they did NOT hold back). The pizza had a soft base and the sauce was excellent! My only complaint would be the excessive cornmeal on the bottom of the pie. I'm still giving the store 5-stars for the good prices, good selection, friendly staff, and convenient location. 

Date: 5/21/2022
Location: Monroe, Maine
Pizza ordered: Large plain pie
Phone Number: (207) 525-3300

​I recently moved to the area and finally had a chance to visit the Monroe Country Store. There is a large, gravel parking area immediately next to the store. The store has a lovely wooden porch and a beautiful, homey, wooden interior. There's a small seating area to the left when you first enter and a local Maine craft shelf off to the right. In the back, you'll find your typical convenience store items. The middle of the store has the counter area and kitchen. I had no issue ordering my pizza over the phone and the staff was very friendly when I entered to pick it up. The pizza had a soft, fluffy base with a crisp bottom. The crust was also of the soft and bready variety. The cheese was plentiful and delicious. The pie also had a tasty sauce. I'm definitely a fan of the pizza and will likely return soon to try some of the other foods! 

Date: 10/11/2021
Location: Edison, NJ
Pizza ordered: plain and peppers + onions
Website: www.oakwoodpizza.com/

​My friend Anthony tipped me off that I needed to try out Oakwood and I'm glad that he did. Oakwood has a nice, old-school pizzeria vibe (complete with booths and a wood countertop). The staff was very friendly and service was quick. I decided to grab a plain slice and a peppers & onions slice. The plain had a perfectly thin, crispy base with excellent cheese and a delicious sauce. The crust was a combination of crunchy, bready, and flavorful. The peppers and onions slice, a classic in its own right, was beautifully executed. Fresh, tasty veggies with a solid structure (and perfectly foldable!).
Oakwood makes some good pizza, I hope to return to try some of their vegan pizza! 

Date: 10/07/2021
Location: Bound Brook, NJ
Pizza ordered: Square & Tortellini
Website: panatierispizza.com/boundbrook/

​I'll preface this by saying that I've been to several other Panatieri's establishments. I'm always impressed by the quality of the pizza and Panatieri's of Bound Brook is no different! When you enter the pizzeria, you're greeted by a massive selection of slices with various toppings. I decided to go with a square slice (not sure if this was the Brooklyn, Grandma, or a different one) and a tortellini slice. The square had a pleasant, fluffy base with a spicy, flavor-packed sauce, and a deliciously fresh cheese. The tortellini slice was excellent and very filling. It had great structure and foldability. Cheesy deliciousness would be the best explanation for that slice. If you've never tried slices from Panatieri's, you're missing out. 

Date: 12/23/2021
Location: Augusta, Maine
Pizza ordered: Bianca & Plain
​Website: www.antigonispizza.com/

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Antigoni's Pizza is a good lunch/dinner spot if you're in the mood for some pizza. They have a sizable parking area with plenty of room for seating. The restaurant is clean and well-kept. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. I ordered the plain cheese pizza and the Bianca white pizza. Both pies had delicious, light, airy, buttery crusts that reminded me of a good dinner roll. The plain pie had a thin, crisp bottom with a delicious, sweet sauce and a buttery cheese. The Bianca's cheese blend was excellent. Lots of oil and a light garlicky flavor were present for the Bianca pie. Overall, I enjoyed the food and would happily return. 

Date: 1/28/2022
Location: Hampden, Maine
Pizza ordered: plain cheese pizza
Website: ​http://pizzagourmet.biz/

​I wish I had known Pizza Gourmet was known for their whoopie pies before I ordered! I would have tried those out too. Maybe next time. As far as accommodations go, Pizza Gourmet has a shared parking lot with plenty of spaces. They have a cozy dining area that can fit quite a few people, so don't worry about bringing a larger party out to eat.
The pizza is decent. The pie had a golden brown base with a nice, fluffy crust. The sauce was tasty and the cheese was of good quality. There are a few spices sprinkled on top of the cheese which add some complexity - but I keep getting an interesting hint of cinnamon. It's certainly unusual.
Overall, this is a decent spot with friendly staff and fast service.